Study Abroad

Make the world your classroom!

Biola offers students unique and life-changing learning opportunities among other cultures as well as here in the U.S. We believe these experiences are vital to fulfilling our mission and equipping our students to live and serve effectively in a diverse world. Students have the opportunity to take part in over 20 study-abroad programs, from the streets of Los Angeles to the deserts of Cairo, Egypt. They can study in the coastal warmth of Baja, tough out the winter in Alaska, or ride the Tube in London! Biola offers a study abroad program for almost all majors.

Who can study abroad?

All Undergraduate students who are in good standing with the University are welcome to study abroad. Graduate students in good standing are also eligible to take part in Talbot's study abroad program.What does it mean to be in good standing and eligible for this opportunity? The Registration and Approval Form (PDF) can help you find out!

How do I get credit for studying abroad?

Biola works with a number of off-campus programs that host our students during their time abroad. Here's how it works: the off-campus program recommends how many hours of credit should be given for a particular course at its school. At the end of your semester abroad, the off-campus program sends your transcripts to Biola's Office of the Registrar. Program directors review the transcripts and apply grades to the courses as appropriate and award you credit for the equivalent Biola course.

Money... how?

In most cases, off-campus programs cost the same as on-campus tuition, room and board. Students still qualify for federal, state and Biola aid, and can continue to obtain the maximum aid possible while off campus.

What's the first step?

You should schedule an appointment to meet with an academic advisor within your major. Your academic advisor will work with you to determine which courses can and should be reserved for study abroad.

What study abroad programs does Biola offer?

Learn more about the study abroad programs and find out which program fits you best.